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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Leigh, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Leigh.
- Horse and dog shows
- Village fêtes
- Sports club events and race days
Fish and chip van for events for Leigh events
A chip van compared with other options
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Leigh. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in Leigh
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A quote that spells everything out
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
About our fish and chip van for events in Leigh
Everything is cooked as people come up, so nothing sits waiting. On the menu are cod and chips, chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for church fêtes and country shows.
Rural events near Leigh can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so fish and chips goes down well. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Leigh events: pitches and permissions
Leigh is about 3 miles west of Tonbridge, in Kent. For an event in Leigh, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Leigh is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for London, about 25 miles away.
A summer fête at St Mary's Church is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. Events in parks such as Haysden Country Park need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
For events in TN11, we just need to know where the van can park. From High Street, Green View Avenue and The Green or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to events in Lower Haysden (1 mile east), Printstile (2 miles south), Bidborough (2 miles south-east), Tonbridge (3 miles east) and Stockland Green (3 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (14 miles east), Sevenoaks (6 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles south-east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (10 miles north-east) and Foley Park (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (2.7 miles south-east) and The Milne Museum (2.4 miles east). Open spaces near Leigh include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.
- Nearby schools include The Judd School (2.1 miles east)
- Local pubs include Fleur De Lis Cottages Fleur De Lis Public House (less than half a mile west)
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Leigh? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we serve
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
- Travel, tolls and road charges
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Anything awkward about the way in
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
Agree a wet-weather pitch on hard standing in case the ground is soft.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. Summer fêtes in Leigh have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:20pm at midsummer, while a late-September show is dark by about 7:05pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
How to get a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Leigh? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Occasions we serve in Leigh
Almost every visitor likes fish and chips.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Community open days
- Sports tournaments
- Music and food festivals
- Food for volunteers
A school like Leigh Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many hours the van serves
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The van’s size and access needs
FAQs for Leigh
What’s the nearest station to Leigh?
Leigh has its own station: Leigh (Kent) station.
How far is Leigh from London?
Roughly 25 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Do you have allergen information?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What else we do in Leigh
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch